The Carroll Connection Podcast

#133 - Josh Ruiz

06 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Josh Ruiz is a real estate and tech sales professional. On this episode, Josh opens up about his family dynamic and what it was like growing up. Josh ...

#132 - Billy Giannouloudis

20 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Billy Giannouloudis is a life coach and professional speaker. On this episode, Billy opens up about his family dynamic and what it was like growing up...

#131 - Bobby Labossiere & Neil Fisher

13 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Bobby Labossiere is a liquor store manager and video game streamer and Neil Fisher is a mail carrier. On this episode, Bobby and Neil talk about their...

#130 - Shaelyn Fiske

06 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Shaelyn Fiske is a soon to be special education teacher for students with mild to moderate and severe intellectual disabilities. On this episode, Shae...

#129 - David Pedro

30 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

David Pedro is a real estate student and a guitarist for Sue's Garage. On this episode, David opens up about his family dynamic. David discusses how h...

#128 - Josh Troiano

16 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, Josh Troiano returns for his first appearance on the podcast since episode 87. Josh catches us up on this past year and his senior se...

#127 - Laurel Mulherin

09 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Laurel Mulherin is a personal trainer and photographer. On this episode, Laurel opens up about her family dynamic and growing up in a small town locat...

#126 - 2022 Year in Review

02 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, Kate Abrames rejoins the podcast for her third appearance since episode 46 and 4. Kate catches us up on everything that has happened ...

#125 - Jeff LePage

19 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, Jeff LePage rejoins the podcast for the first time since his appearance on episode 34. Jeff catches us up on what his deployment to t...

#124 - Damion Daponte

12 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Damion Daponte is a creator of films, comics, and games. On this episode, Damion opens up about his family dynamic and how playing video games helped ...

#123 - Cam Sears

05 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Cam Sears is a football coach and maintenance technician. On this episode, Cam opens up about his family dynamic and what it's like preparing for a we...

#122 - Spontaneous Vibes

28 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, wALiE and Eli both rejoin the podcast to collaborate on a fun episode. Eli catches us up on what he has been up to since his appearan...

#121 - Zach Lozowski

21 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Zach Lozowski is a musician and guitarist for the band, Sue's Garage. In this episode, Zach opens up about his family dynamic and what it was like bei...

#120 - Self Care

14 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, Claudia Valenzuela rejoined the podcast for the first time since episode 73. Claudia catches us up on everything that she has been up...

#119 - Birthday Reflection: Year 27

05 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, I go solo for another birthday reflection to bring in year 27. I discuss all the things I've personally gone through this past year. ...

#118 - Wake Up

17 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, Zane Propatier rejoins the podcast for the first time since episode 54. Zane catches us up on everything he has been working on since...

#117 - Ciara Conway

10 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Ciara Conway is a pediatric occupational therapy assistant. On this episode, Ciara opens up about her family dynamic and what changing schools was lik...

#116 - Raquel Lima

03 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Raquel Lima is a Veterinary technician. On this episode, Raquel opens up about her family dynamic and what it was like riding horses. Raquel discusses...

#115 - Devon Green Jr

19 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Devon Green Jr is a real estate agent. On this episode, Devon opens up about his family dynamic. Devon talks about what it was like growing up in Jama...

#114 - Danny Andrews

05 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Danny Andrews is a salesman and Twitch streamer. On this episode, Danny opens up about his family dynamic. Danny goes into detail about working multip...

#113 - Myles Ascolese

29 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Myles Ascolese is a music producer that helps create music for artists and social media companies. On this episode, Myles opens about his family dynam...

#112 - Liz Cruso

22 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Liz Cruso is a personal trainer and owner of LC ELITE GYM. On this episode, Liz opens up about her family dynamic and her relationship with her siblin...

#111 - Tyler Pereira

15 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Tyler Pereira is an accounting professional with a passion for personal finance and motivating people to invest in their future. On this episode, Tyle...

#110 - Matt Gallup

08 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Matt Gallup is currently working at an environmental consulting firm and has started his own resale operation where he flips old cars, trucks and othe...

#109 - Sarah Shknevsky

01 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Sarah Shknevsky is a rehab aide in a physical therapy clinic pursuing her dream of becoming a physical therapist. On this episode, Sarah talks about h...

#108 - A Dog's Love

25 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, I go solo and discuss what a dog's love means to me. I openly discuss the passing of my family's dog of 14 years, Jenna. She was the ...

#107 - Marinna Emond

18 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Marinna Emond is a kindergarten teacher and small business owner. On this episode, Marinna opens up about her family dynamic and growing up trying a v...

#106 - Lucia Petruccelli

11 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Lucia Petruccelli is a dancer and PR pro that owns her own small business called Lavender Logos. On this episode, Lucia opens up about her family dyna...

#105 - Undeniable

27 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, wALiE rejoins the podcast for the first time in over a year. wALiE discusses why he chose this identity and created his podcast calle...

#104 - Major Life Decisions

20 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, Brock Handy rejoins the podcast for the first time since his appearance on episode 6. Brock catches us up on everything that happened...

#103 - Men's Mental Health

13 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, Jake Wickham rejoins the podcast to discuss the topic of men's mental health. Jake has appeared on episode 14, 83, and co-hosted the ...

#102 - Art of Communication

06 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, I go solo and talk about the art of communication. First, I explain why I am recording this solo episode after dealing with a schedul...

#101 - Mark Furtado

30 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Mark Furtado is the brand owner of The Artisan. On this episode, Mark goes into detail about his family dynamic and what it was like growing up. He di...

#100 - Thank You

16 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, I go solo to celebrate the 100th recording of the Carroll Connection. I thank everyone single individual who has come on the podcast ...

#99 - Ulyana Kotava

09 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Ulyana Kotava is a Holistic Health Practitioner and business owner. On this episode, Ulyana joins the podcast to discuss her family dynamic and life g...

#98 - Gio Depina-Alves

02 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Gio Depina-Alves is a producer, freelancer, and podcaster. On this episode, Gio shares details about his family dynamic and getting into music at a yo...

#97 Juliette Albo

25 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Juliette Albo is a Senior Accountant in institutional asset management at Fidelity. On this episode, Juliette opens up about how she was born and rais...

#96 - Tyler Senecal

11 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Tyler Senecal is an automotive technician and drifts car in his spare time. On this episode, Tyler opens up about his family dynamic growing up. He al...

#95 - Ellie Roberts

04 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Ellie Roberts is a elementary physical education teacher, coach, athlete, and Miss USA competitor. On this episode, Ellie opens up about her family dy...

#94 - Marleigh Dalton

21 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Marleigh Dalton is a registered nurse in the local Boston area. In this episode, Marleigh opens up about her family dynamic and growing up playing soc...

#93 - Alex Medeiros

14 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Alex Medeiros is a Health Club General Manager. In this episode, Alex opens up about his family dynamic and lessons learned through playing sports. Al...

#92 - Johnny Costa

07 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Johnny Costa is a local Rhode Island area firefighter/EMT. In this episode, Johnny opens up about his family dynamic and what it was like for him grow...

#91 - It's Your Journey

28 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode Mike Braga rejoins the podcast for the first time since his appearance on episode 36. Mike catches us up on everything happening in hi...

#90 - Patient With The Process

21 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, K Lou rejoin the podcast for the first time since episode 29. K Lou catches us up on everything happening in their life from business...

#89 - Be Intentional

14 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, Jon Sisto rejoins the podcast for the first time in over a year since his first appearance on episode 47. Jon catches us up on everyt...

#88 - Feeling Stuck

31 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, I do a solo recorded talk on the concept of feeling stuck in life. Sometimes we have feelings of being stagnant or if things aren't p...

#87 - Josh Troiano

17 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Josh Troiano is a student, football player, and aspiring leader. In this episode, Josh opened up about his family dynamic and we discussed the importa...

#86 - Garrick Santos

10 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Garrick Santos is a Certified Personal Trainer in the local New England area. On this episode, Garrick shares details about his family dynamic and wha...

#85 - 2021 Year in Review

03 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Zach Carter rejoins the podcast for the first time since Episode 5. He catches us up on everything that has happened since December 2...

#84 - Brittany Brackett

13 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Brittany Brackett is a lifestyle couples photographer and recreational dancer. In this episode, Brittany opens up about her family and growing up as a...

#83 - Childhood Friendships

06 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, Jake Wickham and Andrew Brown rejoin the podcast to discuss the importance of childhood friendships. Jake was on episode 14 and 'The ...

#82 - Kira Judd

29 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Kira Judd is an Ohio native who moved to Massachusetts to pursue her dream of becoming a disability law attorney and is currently a part time 3L as we...

#81 - Will Taylor

22 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Will Taylor is a certified Occupational Therapy Assistant at RI Department of Corrections and Eleanor Slater Hospital as well as completing his master...

#80 - Birthday Reflection: Year 26

05 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, I decided to reflect on my birthday and everything that has happened in this past year. Today is November 5th and I recorded this tod...

#79 - Sam Reis

01 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Sam Reis is a real estate paralegal. In this episode, Sam opens up about her family dynamic and what it was like growing up for her. Sam talks about l...

#78 - Brandon McGuirk

25 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Brandon McGuirk is a professional ballet dancer for the Utah Metropolitan Ballet. In this episode, Brandon talks about what it was like growing up wit...

#77 - Lizzie Fournier

18 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Lizzie Fournier is a dance teacher, photographer, and content creator. In this episode, Lizzie opens up about her family dynamic and growing up as an ...

#76 - Cory Zimmerman

04 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Cory Zimmerman is an avid animal lover, dabbler of virtually all sports, open set of ears for anybody who needs a good vent session, and local landsca...

#75 - Mike Mackiewicz

27 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Mike Mackiewicz is a local truck driver, YouTuber, podcaster and creator of Corr-E Entertainment. In this episode, Mike shares his life experience as ...

#74 - Be Grateful

20 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this solo episode, I recap on my life since my last solo recorded in March of 2021. I talk about everything from dating advice to my experience rec...

#73 - Claudia Valenzuela

13 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Claudia Valenzuela is your friendly neighborhood community pharmacist, power lifter, and mental health advocate. In this episode, Claudia opens up abo...

#72 - Dan DiFrancesco

06 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dan DiFrancesco is an environmental scientist and avid hiker. In this episode, Dan talks about his experience being home schooled than transitioning i...

#71 - Jocelyn Huftalen

30 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Jocelyn Huftalen is working as a nanny while building her mind, body, soul, and business. In this episode, Jocelyn opens up about her decision to leav...

#70 - Adam Horowitz

23 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Adam Horowitz is a marketing major and baseball player at UMass Dartmouth. In this episode, Adam discusses why he chose to pursue baseball versus othe...

#69 - Tj Hernandez

16 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Tj Hernandez is a surgical technologist and in his free time loves to write music. In this episode, Tj opens up about his family dynamic growing up an...

#68 - Jessie Piche

09 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Jessie Piche is a sales professional who currently resides in Providence and she spends her free time visiting friends, getting outdoors to ride her b...

#67 - Brandon Woodward

02 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Brandon Woodward is a psychology major and a local cook. In this episode, Brandon opens up about his life experiences and why he went to college. Bran...

#66 - Lindsay Petit

26 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Lindsay Petit is soon to be a grad student this fall at Rhode Island College getting a masters degree in Justice Studies. In this episode, Lindsay ope...

#65 - Anthony Markey

19 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Anthony Markey is an Implementation Specialist in the accounting/finance realm. In this episode, Anthony talks about his journey through Bishop Hendri...

#64 - Meagan Crossman

12 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Meagan Crossman aka Meagan in the Future is a singer and song writer for the band, Jet Set Future. In this episode, Meagan opens up about her love for...

#63 - Zac DeBlois

28 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Zac DeBlois is an ABA therapist working out of a center based in Cranston. In this episode, he talks about his decision to study psychology and pursue...

#62 - Devynn Slaughter

07 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Devynn Slaughter is a marketing major and bartender. In this episode, Devynn joins the podcast and opens up about his love for basketball. He mentions...

#61 - Nate Merlan

31 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Nate Merlan is a Public Affairs Coordinator in the field of public health and an aspiring YouTuber. In this episode, Nate opens up about his life jour...

#60 - Jen Boyle

24 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Jen Boyle is a registered nurse in the float pool in a hospital in Rhode Island. In this episode, Jen opens up about her journey into nursing. She tal...

#59 - Korey Lopes

10 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Korey Lopes is a sales representative for AT&T. In this episode, Korey opens up about having a brain tumor in high school and his recovery following t...

#58 - Mike Burke

03 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Mike Burke is a program manager at the Concussion Legacy Foundation. In this episode, Mike shares his early life experiences playing sports. As the po...

#57 - Jackie Sabilla

26 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Jackie Sabilla is a seasoned traveler, SEO analyst, and the most badass spin instructor you'll ever meet. In this episode, Jackie opens up on what it ...

#56 - Colby Cyrus

19 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Colby Cyrus is a local budtender, filmmaker, and partial owner of Ski Productions. In this episode, Colby talks about his journey into college and why...

#55 - Elijah DeAndrade

12 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Elijah DeAndrade is founder of D.E.Art, a licensed white water rafting guide, podcaster, and your friendly neighborhood afro man. In this episode, Eli...

#54 - Zane Propatier

05 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Zane Propatier is a renaissance man and has done things such as creating music and Twitch streaming. In this episode, Zane opens up about the loss of ...

#53 - Amanda Lyman

29 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Amanda Lyman is a full time nursing student at Rhode Island College and a server at an Irish Pub. In this episode, Amanda talks about the impact her b...

#52 - Grace Belt

22 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Grace Belt is a frontline worker in a mental health office. In this episode, Grace opens up about her life and reasons why she enjoyed band during hig...

#51 - Frank Parella

15 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Frank Parella is a personal trainer, nutrition coach, and NPC body builder. In this episode, Frank touches on how concussions ended his sports career ...

#50 - Branden Magalhaes

08 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Branden Magalhaes is a local teacher, content creator, and collaborator. In this episode, Branden opens up about life as the middle child and why he d...

#49 - Changing Perspective

01 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this solo episode, I talk about changing the way we look at things and problems. We are faced with issues everyday and sometimes it can overwhelmin...

#48 - Jacob Teixeira

22 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Jacob Teixeira is a project manager for a BioBanking and Biosolutions company based in Massachusetts. In this episode, Jacob shares his experiences in...

#47 - Jon Sisto

15 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Jon Sisto is the owner of Last Ride Auto Detailing as well as a former firefighter. In this episode, Jon shares his experiences after high school and ...

#46 - Kate Abrames

08 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Kate Abrames rejoins the podcast for the first time since her appearance on Episode 4. Kate comes back to share all the things she ha...

#45 - Andrew Medeiros

01 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Andrew Medeiros is the CEO of Apotho Therapeutics which is a recreational cannabis company. Also, he is founder, majority owner, actor, writer, and pr...

#44 - Eric Lozito

25 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Eric Lozito rejoins the podcast for the first time since his appearance on Episode 1. Eric shares what he's been up to since the orig...

#43 - Mike Bozek

20 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Mike Bozek is an entrepreneur who likes to have his hands in a little bit of everything from butchery to body work therapeutics. In this episode, Mike...

#42 - Jon Bibeault

17 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Jon Bibeault is a local landscaper in the New England area and a video game streamer. In this episode, Jon discusses why he decided to get into landsc...

#41 - Nicole Matarese

11 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Nicole Matarese is the host of her own podcast called 'Candid With Coley', the co-owner of a small charcuterie business as well as a tax accountant. I...

#40 - 2020 Year in Review

04 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I talk about my experiences and lessons learned throughout 2020. This is the first episode since I decided to take my month break to ...

#39 - James Carroll III

23 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

James Carroll III is apart of United States Navy in the Security Forces. This episode marks the 1 year anniversary of the podcast. One year ago, I dro...

#38 - In Memory of James Carroll Sr

16 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, I talk about the passing of my grandfather, James Carroll Sr, who also appeared on Episode 2. James passed away on November 10th, 202...

#37 - Birthday Reflection

09 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, I chose to reflect on this past year in celebration of my birthday, which was November 5th. In the craziness that was 2020, I learned...

#36 - Mike Braga

02 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Mike Braga is a 19 year old Videographer and photographer in Seekonk, Massachusetts. In this episode, Mike shares how he began his young career creati...

The Quarantine Connection: E5

26 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The Carroll Connection Presents: The mini-series, The Quarantine Connection. Hosted by Jared Carroll, Dillon Wickham & Jake Wickham. This bonus conten...

#35 - Billy Camara

19 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Billy Camara is the CEO/founder of the clothing brand, Arrogant Billion$. In this episode, Billy shares his love for art and how it started at young a...